CVE-2025-24268
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.14%
Last modified
CVE-2025-24268 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A parsing issue in the handling of directory paths was addressed with improved path validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.4. EPSS estimates a 0.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A parsing issue in the handling of directory paths was addressed with improved path validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.4. An app may be able to access sensitive user data.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | < 15.4 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/122373Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-24268?
A parsing issue in the handling of directory paths was addressed with improved path validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.4. An app may be able to access sensitive user data.
How severe is CVE-2025-24268?
CVE-2025-24268 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-24268?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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